I wanted to use apples because they always remind me of fall. I put them on skewers and placed them in the bowl.

Now here comes the tricky part.

I wanted to incorporate the lid also, since it is part of the gift. I set it sideways on top of the handle and the apples and wired it tightly.

Don't worry, by the time we are done the wires won't show. Promise!

I like to separate my flowers so that I know what I have to work with. I usually start with the largest and work my way down.

The large gold spider Mums go in first.

I like to work with threes for the larger impact flowers.

Then the pretty red roses are added.

I placed the large cattails in next and then started filling in with the smaller flowers. The greenery will fill in any holes.

So, I filled in all of the spaces and arranged a large bunch of what looks like wheat over the handle. I made a bow with some sparkly ribbon and put it on top of the handle but I didn't like it. It was too much.

Hi Cindy,Your arrangement was lovely and I am sure your friend is gonna really love it,always fun to get a gift within a gift too! Perfect for a Fall birthday.Very Nice Job..........and Happy Birthday to your Mom!! Hope she has a greatday.Blessings, Nellie

Oh, my birthday is this Oct. 20th., so thank you, I'd love that gift!!!!!!!!....LOL!! What a lucky friend, wish I had the transferware tureen, arrangement or not! The arrangement is gorgeous, though. Big hugs,FABBY

Very clever gift that I KNOW will be much appreciated!!! I am glad you showed how you wired the lid. I would not have necessarily guessed how to do that. The wheat is a REALLY great touch! It's beautiful!!! Great job!

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